Zia Askari

From pioneering the floppy disk revolution that powered India’s early computing era to engineering future-ready gadgets for a hybrid world, Amkette stands as a remarkable testament to longevity in the fast-paced consumer electronics industry. Founded way back in the year 1984, the company built its reputation on a foundation of robust research and development, even solving unique local challenges like preventing fungal growth on floppy disks to service global giants like IBM and Microsoft.

As one of the world’s biggest sporting extravaganza – 2026 FIFA World Cup is now underway – a quiet but crucial ritual unfolds in locker rooms across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Match balls are placed on wireless charging pads. This is the new reality of modern football, where the official match ball is no longer just leather and polyurethane—it is a piece of wearable technology.

In an era where data consumption is exploding and the distinction between urban and rural connectivity is blurring, the demand for robust, future-ready digital infrastructure has never been more critical. Pankaj Malik, CEO and Whole-time Director of Invenia-STL Networks, speaks with Zia Askari from TelecomDrive.com to dissect how the company is moving beyond traditional cabling to architect an integrated digital ecosystem.